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Arrow on Swanston

Arrow on Swanston

Carlton Victoria
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Make time together count at Arrow on Swanston, with welcoming spaces for families of every size, within a 10-minute walk of Lygon Street and Queen Victoria Market. This family-friendly aparthotel is 25 minutes walk to St. Vincent's Hospital and 25 minutes walk to Royal Exhibition Building.

Ideal for families, our rooms come with a 40-inch flat-screen TV, rainfall showerhead, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, air conditioning, complimentary high-speed WiFi, mini-refrigerator, in-room coffee & tea facilities and daily housekeeping, rollaway beds and extra space for little ones. Conveniences include a kitchenette and a desk.

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Property Details

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.

  • Covered parking
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Secured parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Banquet hall
  • Vending machine
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Number of meeting rooms - 4
  • Conference space size (meters) - 900
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Luggage storage
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Business center
  • Multilingual staff
  • Conference center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Electric car charging station
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Smoke-free property
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Sauna
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Elevator
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Fitness facilities
  • Terrace
  • Hair salon
  • ATM/banking
  • Conference space size (feet) - 9688
  • Concierge services
  • Year Built - 2003
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 190
  • Number of floors - 9

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
  • Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property is professionally cleaned

Other details

Grab lunch at Cafe Crema, a restaurant that specializes in local cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Melbourne? This aparthotel has 9688 square feet (900 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 4 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
RMIT University - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Lygon Street - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
State Library of Victoria - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Melbourne Central - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Queen Victoria Market - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
QV Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
University of Melbourne - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Carlton Gardens - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Emporium Melbourne - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hardware Lane - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Flagstaff Gardens - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Bourke Street Mall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Melbourne Town Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Her Majesty's Theatre - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 14.7 km / 9.1 mi
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 21.7 km / 13.5 mi
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 56.8 km / 35.3 mi

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 22 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

488 Swanston Street, Carlton, Victoria 3053, Australia
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